Once this is all cooked together add in the beer, diced tomatoes, and tomato paste. Lager works best here, but a pilsner or an IPA will work in a pinch. The only caveat here is that a stout like Guinness or a fruity Belgian ale will probably change the flavor of the chili a bit too much.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 2 lbs ground beef
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1-2 (12 oz) bottles lager beer
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with chilis, undrained
- 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Tabasco or chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 (16 oz) can kidney beans
- 2 cups shredded cheese of your choice
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chives, finely chopped
